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Bon Appetit | Sawasdee Thai

It’s not new, it’s not trendy, and it’s not unusual to see my whole family seated at one of its tables. Main Street’s Sawasdee Thai is downright fantastic and my sister Larissa Dundon picks a few of the most delicious dishes…

Sawasdee’s spicy beef yum salad will tickle those taste buds at the back of your mouth, the ones you forgot you even had. Their cashew chicken stir fry rivals anything you’ll find in Thailand and their curries are downright delicious. If you like spice opt for medium, but if you like to murder your taste buds (like I do), venture for hot. It’s so fragrant, delicious and authentic, you can dream you’re actually in Thailand. Here, let this photo help…

[Photo found here.]

January 3, 2012 by

Number 2 | The Anthology’s Most Ridiculous Moments of 2011

So far on The Anthology’s countdown we’ve got 10. an invisible man, 9. a friendly Sasquatch, 8. psychedelic pants, 7. alpine picnic 6. pompom-shaking, 5. fashion passion 4. my biggest fan 3. my male model entourage so that brings us to…

2. It was the question I assumed everyone would ask. When the unbelievably adorable Miss America walked the runway during the Joseph Ribkoff Show at Vancouver Fashion Week I saw an opportunity to live the dream. So my encounter with her after the show went a little something like this…

Miss America: “Wait, you want to try on my crown?” Me: “Yeah, I’m totally serious.”

Miss America: “Is she allowed to try on my crown?” Me: “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!”

The answer was no. But…

P.S. Take a closer look at the vintage dress I’m wearing before I reworked it and after.

December 31, 2011 by

Number 3 | The Anthology’s Ten Most Ridiculous Moments of 2011

We’re counting down The Anthology’s highlights of the past year (10. an invisible man, 9. the friendly Sasquatch, 8. psychedelic pants, 7. alpine picnic, 6. pompom-shaking, 5. fashion passion 4. my biggest fan) which means we are now at the top three…

3. The most ridiculous still frame ever. When I stopped by Breakfast Television to talk men’s fashion I did so with an entourage of male models (it’s how I roll). And somehow, during filming, we managed to capture these facial expressions. Let’s go through them, shall we? First, I look like I’ve seen a ghost. Then there are the two gentlemen behind me who seem either really impressed or really unimpressed (probably the latter). And on the far left, if I am not mistaken, is some Blue Steel.

It was early in the morning. Cut us some slack.

P.S. I tweet bright and early so follow The Anthology on Twitter.

December 31, 2011 by

Number 4 | The Anthology’s Ten Most Ridiculous Moments of 2011

As we count down The Anthology’s highlights of the past year we’re seeing a lot of ridiculous randomness (10. an invisible man, 9. the friendly Sasquatch, 8. psychedelic pants, 7. alpine picnic, 6. pompom-shaking, and 5. fashion passion). Which brings us to…

4. The sheer joy on this man’s face. There is one band that I would see every weekend if I could: !!! (Chk Chk Chk). Their dance parties are like nothing else and their short shorts-wearing frontman Nic Offer can hype a crowd like no other. So when I got to meet him I was thrilled. And he, judging by the look on his face, was over the moon at the chance to meet me. I mean, he can barely contain himself, he’s so giddy. That, my friends, is the effect I have on people.

P.S. You’ll really notice that effect when you add The Anthology on Facebook.

P.P.S. Braden Paul shot !!! (Chk Chk Chk) for The Anthology and his photos are ridiculously hilarious/amazing.

December 30, 2011 by

Number 8 | The Anthology’s Most Ridiculous Moments of 2011

So far there have been two fur-clad gentlemen on The Anthology’s ten most ridiculous moments of 2011 (check out the invisible and not-so-invisible). Which means we have now arrived at…

8. The MC Hammer dance in some MC Hammer pants. I love a good “before and after” and you love a good “before and after”, but let’s face it, the “before” part is often the most ridiculous. Case in point: these printed palazzo pants, a gift challenge from my friend Sonja. She didn’t quite believe I could actually turn those hypnotic slacks into something wearable, but with a little tailoring magic they were transformed. Into what, you ask? These.

P.S. Do the hammer dance with The Anthology on Twitter.

December 24, 2011 by

Style | The Wish List Collabo

A little while ago I asked you guys what you were wishing for and boy did you send in some great ideas. None of you said you were wishing for world peace, mind you, but your picks are so fun and unexpected I won’t hold that against you…

Allie
1. A lovely little heart ring by Verameat (also available at Vincent Park in Vancouver).
2. Shawl from Marche St. George (thanks to your Vitamin Daily post!).
3. Dolce Vita Kimora Sweater (also available at Vincent Park in Vancouver).

Keltie
4. I would add this little lovely to my wishlist!

Kat
5. I’ve been coveting this LL Bean Town and Field Leather Tote for a few Christmases now.  Santa doesn’t seem to be taking the hint.  LL Bean Totes are always on my list, in any form.
6. I’m a big fan of all things moose (it’s a very very long and complicated story that ends in pyjamas)… so when I found this, I instantly dropped some pretty major hints.  Plus it’s under $20!
7. I’m also a Moleskine devotee and have always wanted one of their “Passions” lines of notebooks.

Melissa
8. While my wish list is full of all things shiny and sparkly (think gold watch and sequin pumps), at the top of my list is something I never thought I’d see… a practical item. The Milly Luggage Lock Camille Coat is stunning. A way to keep warm while looking stylish this winter? Sign me up!

Judy
9. My hubby and I are on a tight budget this year. This way, he can pick and choose items he wants to get me and they won’t break the bank!

Steph
10. Am I the only one completely obsessed with the fashion on Once Upon a Time? Not only are the princess gowns fairytale-worthy, the ‘real-life’ characters’ have some fantastic outfits, too. Main character Emma has a penchant for leather jackets, especially those from ocean drive leather, located in Vancouver. Love Emma’s signature red jacket, but I’ve my eye on the gorgeous camel one.

Kumi
11.  Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? (And Other Concerns) by Mindy Kaling: A funny girl who can write? Big time girl crush alert.
12. Michael Kors Quinn Clutch in Kiwi: I love the clean, modern lines of this clutch. The contrast of the soft vachetta leather goes well against the gold clasp, and the fresh color makes this easily wearable year-round.
13.  Small crystal encrusted oval cup pendant necklace by Alexis Bittar: This one is my personal favorite – beautifully crafted and easily transferable from day to night.

Larissa
14. I’m hoping for an iPad because it’s a fun toy and my computer is breaking my back from carrying it around too much.

Michelle
15. A matte bangle from The Twisted Series by hk +np studio.
16. ANY painting from the lovely and talented Andrea Armstrong.

Bella
17. I have been wanting to complete my bedroom for sometime now and I feel these gorgeous nightstands would do the trick!

P.S. There are plenty more wishes where these came from. Take a look at wish lists by Boston-based food blogger Camille Barichello, stylish mommy blogger Anna Cohen and makeup artist Emmy Beaton.

December 19, 2011 by

Home | Kermodi Ornament

I have long been a fan of Kermodi Living Art (don’t you think this would make the perfect office plant?).

So I fell hard for Kermodi’s understated, almost terrarium-esque ornaments at Vancouver Special. One of them is now nestled among the mason jars (used as tea light candle holders) and cake plates (used as candle stands) on the antique rolltop desk in my living room.

It’s all part of my new grown-up holiday decor initiative. Well, that, and my inflatable Snoopy Claus lawn ornament wouldn’t fit.

December 18, 2011 by

Playlist | We Are the City and Treelines at the Rio

It was one of the trickier shows Braden Paul has shot — there was no photo pit and the place was packed.

But he captured some up close and personal photos of We Are the City at the Rio last weekend.

Their indie rock sound is pretty, pretty, pretty so it’s no wonder the trio from Kelowna, BC won last year’s Peak Performance Project (and with it, a not-too-shabby prize of $150,000).

Listen to the atmospheric, sweetly sung “Mourning Song” and the piano-riffic “Get Happy” and you might just fall in love.

The show was opened by folksy Treelines.

Who sing about the snow and naming their children after their favourite hockey players.

So if the CBC Radio 3 t-shirt didn’t give it away — yes, they are Canadian.

[Photos by Braden Paul]

P.S. Go on tour with Braden — click your way through his photos of Death From Above 1979 at the Commodore, !!! (Chk Chk Chk) at Sasquatch, and Yukon Blonde at the Biltmore.

December 17, 2011 by

Linked | Dace sample sale, Flare’s Twitter party, photographer Gem Salsberg and more…

The Anthology’s list of what’s new, what’s now and what’s next…

1. Dace in spades. One of Vancouver’s favourite designers Dace is holding a sample sale with Becky Brisco and Pure Soy Candles Thursday, December 15, 11am – 8pm. Everything’s up to 70% off at 300 – 76 W. 6th Avenue, Vancouver.

2. Tweet! Tweet! Flare Magazine is having a Twitter party on Friday, December 16th and you’re invited!

3. Storm Season. Photographer Gem Salsberg’s solo exhibition opens Friday, December 16th, 7-10 pm with music by local jazz band Black Gardenia at HiVE Vancouver (#210-128 West Hastings Street). Exhibition will be on view until January 31st.

4. Silver bells and baubles. Vancouver jewelry designer Justine Brooks is holding a holiday sale with 20-75% off Monday Dec. 19th 12pm – 7pm  #217 – 119 West Pender, Vancouver.

5. Walk this way. Alife is having a footwear sample sale at 411 West Cordova (3rd floor) on Friday, December 16th 2-6pm, Saturday, December 17 and Sunday Dec. 18, 11am – 5pm.

6. Shop for a cause. Karma Exchange funds the philanthropic work of Vancouver-based Create Change, which has sent more than 1,000 girls to high school and provided more than 20,000 people with clean drinking water in Northern Ghana since 2007.

December 15, 2011 by

Style | The Purple JNBY Sweater

I’m a sucker for colour. Especially the colour purple (holler Oprah!).

So this electric purple sweater from JNBY called to me.

Naturally I paired it with gold (holler Lakers!).

For realz, it’s my new favourite staple. It’s light enough to layer like crazy. Polished enough to wear to work with slacks. And cool enough to wear with shorts in the spring. See? Oprah knows what’s up.

[JNBY sweater, J. Crew skirt, MNG shirt, H&M necklace]

P.S. The Anthology’s Twitter background is purple too.

December 13, 2011 by